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Aristotle and "Today's Moral Issues", 2002.
A comparason of the themes in "Today's Moral Issues: Classic and Contemporary Perspectives" by Daniel Bonevac with Aristotle's "Nichomacean Ethics".
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 80.95
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This paper will discuss the book by Daniel Bonevac called "Today's Moral Issues: Classic and Contemporary Perspectives" and make a contrast and comparison to Aristotle's "Nichomacean Ethics" and the vices and virtues of Philippa Foot. By analyzing these two perspectives we can see how they relate in the philosophies that the present and give a better understanding of how they contrast within the spheres of thought that they seem to represent. By revealing what the author of this book tells us about morality in today's society, we can see how these other thinkers think in relation to him.
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Contemporary Moral Issues, 2006.
A comparison of the political writings of Edmund Burke and Alexander Solzhenitsyn.
1,356 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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The paper examines the works of Edmund Burke and Alexander Solzhenitsyn. These are two men who are worlds and ages apart. Burke is an 18th century man who lived through the events of the French Revolution and Solzhenitsyn is a man of the 20th century who has lived through the ravages of the post Soviet Revolution in the early 1900s and spent time in Stalin's dreaded Gulag. Their political writings are hailed as contemporary pieces of literature. The paper looks at the views of the writers in of religion, on democracy and on capitalism. The major similarity lies in their criticism and skepticism of two popular concepts of their time, the French Revolution in Burke's and American democracy in Solzhenitsyn's. The paper concludes that the thoughts of these two political powerhouse writers are something the modern man should and must be cognizant of if only to be wary of the effects of things that are drastic without due diligence in their succeeding implementation.
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"Enter the 20th and the 21st centuries and the ghost of Burke's writing still haunts the supposedly modern man. But setting Burke aside, Solzhenitsyn comes into the picture with an almost parallel criticism - not of a bloody revolt against fellow ruling citizens but democracy and society in the context of the American way of life. In his June 1978 address at Harvard, Solzhenitsyn states (Solzhenitsyn, 1978):
There is this belief that all those other worlds are only being temporarily prevented by wicked governments or by heavy crises or by their own barbarity or incomprehension from taking the way of Western pluralistic democracy and from adopting the Western way of life. Countries are judged on the merit of their progress in this direction. However, it is a conception which developed out of Western incomprehension of the essence of other worlds, out of the mistake of measuring them all with a Western yardstick. The real picture of our planet's development is quite different.
He refers to the point in fact that America defines its democracy in terms of the "American way" wherein freedom of speech, rights to acquisition of property and basic human rights are on the side of how Americans perceive and define it. But in the end the democracy enjoyed by Americans as to the notion again of rights of man and liberty can end up as; "In the process, however, one psychological detail has been overlooked: the constant desire to have still more things and a still better life and the struggle to obtain them imprints many Western faces with worry and even depression, though it is customary to conceal such feelings. Active and tense competition permeates all human thoughts without opening a way to free spiritual development. (Solzhenitsyn, 1978).""
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Contemporary Media Issues, 2007.
An analysis of the contemporary issues facing the South African media, focusing on government legislation and the Internet.
6,955 words (approx. 27.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 156.95
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This paper discusses important issues in contemporary media studies. The first part of this essay focuses on the South African media and government in terms of the relationship between the media and government. It discusses the state of broadcasting in South Africa and focuses on legislation and the future of the public broadcaster. The second part of the essay deals with the Internet as a form of media that is confronting the traditional realm of media studies. It discusses some of the issues stemming from the use of the Internet.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Part A: Broadcasting Internationally
United Kingdom broadcasting environment
German broadcasting environment
South African Broadcasting Legislation
Independent Broadcasting Authority Act
Broadcasting Act
Independent Communication Authority Act
Major Broadcasters
The SABC
M-NET
Multichoice
e-TV
Research
Part B: The Internet
New media
Cultural impact
Media studies impact
Policy impact
Economic impact
Research
Conclusion
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"The Internet has added volumes of possibilities to many segments of society, with various new discussions involving the impact of the World Wide Web on culture, policy, economics and media studies. The Internet provides something that other forms of media cannot, interaction. This is a major advantage for those accessing Internet forms of media as interaction allows for a better experience for both parties due to feedback (Fourie, 2001b: 364). This can be done through the use of voting polls for example, or forums where readers of an online newspaper, for example, can talk directly to reporters or with other readers. The speed and efficiency of email has allowed for feedback to online and offline media groups directly instead of waiting for conventional mail to reach any alternative media versions. The Internet has had a great impact on various sections of society, from culture, to economics and policy, as well as media studies. Its importance cannot be denied, and so it should be considered as a very important topic of study and research."
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Contemporary Issues in the Hospitality Industry, 2005.
An analysis of issues of labour shrinkages and skills shortage in hospitality industry.
3,249 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 26 sources, MLA, $ 93.95
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This paper attempts to throw some light on the issue of skills shortage and labour shrinkage, which is identified as a global issue. The study is limited to the U.K. hospitality industry due to the wide scope of the subject discussed. The actions taken by the government, commercial organisations, educational institutes and trade associations to tackle this problem are critically analysed and recommendations are made for corrective action to improve the approach towards solving this issue.
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"The negative image of the hospitality industry in turn leads to failure in attracting more young and skilled students and labour towards it. Also, many service employees have a negative perception of their jobs, who feel their job is humiliating, insulting and demeaning as they cater to the needs and sometimes eccentric wants of customers (Ghiselli, La Lopa, & Bai, 2001). Although hospitality acts as the largest provider of the non-standard employment (ILO 2001), according to Brien (2004) a job in this sector is often considered as 'a job till they get a real job'."
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Contemporary Issues in Nursing, 2005.
A discussion on nursing in the United States.
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This paper focuses on the issue of staffing shortages within the nursing profession. The paper further discusses the reasons for staffing shortages, as well as the effects that are felt in the health care community and by patients within the United States. The paper examines legislation that has been proposed to address this issue and how it will impact both the nursing community and the citizens that depend on health care each day.
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"One of the most significant issues related to nursing today is the shortage of trained professional nurses that staff hospitals and health care centers nationwide. Working conditions within hospitals have often led many nurses to change professions because salaries are being reduced, and equipment is often not available in order to succeed in helping patients in a satisfactory manner. The rise of health care costs has played a monumental role in this change within the profession. As hospital systems have struggled to survive economically, administrators have determined that cutting staffing, wages and supplies is a way in which to meet financial needs."
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Contemporary e-Business Issues, 2005.
Looks at legal, regulatory and ethical issues affecting e-business.
2,170 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper examines the various consequences to the rapid growth of e-Business on the Internet. Amongst them are included legal, regulatory, and ethical issues. The composition of e-business websites is introduced. Subsequent direct benefits to business are presented as well as an example online failure. The associated issues of privacy, security, copyright infringement and free speech are also discussed.
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"Regarding e-Business failure, a good example is WebVan. What WebVan offered was a way for customers to shop online for groceries from the comfort of their homes. This was a very good idea as the existed a distinct market of people who would prefer to have their groceries delivered at home or another place instead of have to do it themselves. This saved a great deal of time for customers as they did not have to lose valuable time in their busy schedules, the food would be waiting for them when the returned home and for a fee, was profitable for WebVan."
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Moral Standards and Moral Consistency, 2008.
This paper explores the moral standards in the associations of Eberhard Faber, Incorporated.
1,049 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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The paper examines the decision to allow Eberhard Faber to associate with known bribe-givers. The paper is of the opinion that this association seems like an affront to the moral consistency requirement demanded of any credible moral standard. The paper contends that respecting the law in some, but not in all, circumstances makes a mockery of the organization's avowed commitment to legal dictates and therefore is inherently immoral.
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"Before going too far, the stakeholders in this situation need to be listed. Obviously, the share-holders of Eberhard Faber are one significant stake-holder; so too is the Board of Directors and, especially, the key principals (Mr. Faber and Mr. Carey) who offer widely divergent views on how to approach this matter. Not to be forgotten, the other company involved is a stake-holder as it could lose a major deal with an American company - a deal it would seem to covet. Lastly, IRS and legal consultants who convinced Mr. Faber that the deal was above-board and breached no US laws are stake-holders with credibility on the line (for a lengthier discussion on all of these parties, please see "Eberhard Faber, Inc.," n.d.). In the end, many people stand to win - or lose."
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Modern Issues and Anthropology, 2002.
This paper connects anthropological studies to modern trends by examining the contemporary issues of obesity, cloning and the origin of modern behavior.
1,245 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper states that anthropology can be applied to modern circumstances because people and culture have, and always will be, intricately woven together. The author believes that anthropology must be brought into the study of obesity to prevention. The author feels cloning is applicable since the concept of gene manipulation contains the potential to have a dynamic influence on humanity.
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"From being able to interpret human behaviors and physical structures through cloning and similar processes, scientists expect to be able to ultimately discredit environment as the cause of the human condition. At the same time, psychologists and sociologists are hoping to prove once and for all that nothing is ?set in stone? when it comes to a human?s potential to change. If the biologists are proven right, some experts fear that many people might take on defeatist attitudes that stifle their motivations to improve."
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Contemporary Music, 2002.
A paper which evaluates contemporary music and what constitutes good and bad contemporary music.
1,049 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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The paper argues against the cliche that contemporary music is without lasting significance. It shows that contemporary music is made up of a multitude of facets, including jazz, country-western and rock and roll. The paper discusses what constitutes good contemporary music, from its style to the source from which it springs. The paper also explores how one judges the cultural strength of a particular style of contemporary music. Finally, the paper looks at the inventive side of contemporary music, such as the use of instruments and lyrics.
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"A good example of contemporary music that served our culture well were the anthems and songs sung on 9/11/2001. A few songs were chosen again and again at ceremonies, gatherings, commemorations and fundraisers, and these songs had an even greater impact than the American flags that were waved in so many towns, in so many homes across the country. Although we have a national anthem, and a beautiful one, simpler songs often won the day. ?God Bless America? could not be more homespun in its words and simple melody. Like a poem of the people, it inspires and reverberates through the cultural fabric. Another song that was almost always performed was ?America the Beautiful.? The melody is simple and memorable, the words evoke the majesty and myth that is America?her spacious skies, her amber waves of grain?and the song inspires emotions that very few Americans can resist."
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The Contemporary Fine Art Markets, 2007.
This paper is an anthropological analysis of the contemporary fine art market based on Stuart Plattner's study, titled 'A Most Ingenious Paradox - the Market for Contemporary Fine Art' from "American Anthropologist".
2,270 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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This paper explains that Plattner's article, 'A Most Ingenious Paradox - the Market for Contemporary Fine Art', reports trends in the North American contemporary fine arts markets and in the commodification of fine art that reflect a neo-liberal environment of considerable new wealth and the culture of consumerism. The author points out that Plattner's orientation is one of participant-observation; a person exposed directly to the phenomenon of local fine art businesses and those who produce for them. The paper concludes that the local fine art markets are well established and profitable and that its artifacts may indicate a great deal regarding consumer tastes and behavior.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
An Informal Ethnography
The Decline of Authority
Economic Anthropology and Fieldwork in Toronto
Concluding Remarks
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"Few consumers can know much of why one piece of fine art in a local venue costs more than another, as producers know that few seem to purchase with an eye to buying something to appreciate in value, as opposed to buying due to personal preference. In local and regional markets, the artists that Plattner refers to as identity producers can have an involved philosophy towards what they produce of which consumers need not know, featuring ideas of contributing to a total cultural heritage rather than pursuing artistic fame or monetary success."
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Burdett A. Loomis' "The Contemporary Congress", 2006.
This paper discusses Burdett A. Loomis' "The Contemporary Congress", which examines the dynamics of the contemporary Congress and how these have changed from the ideal embodied in the Constitution and from the practices of earlier eras.
1,785 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper explains that Burdett A. Loomis' "The Contemporary Congress" begins his examination in the Thirteenth Congressional district in Pennsylvania, from 1992 to 1997, when the Republicans changed the make-up of Congress and gained control of the House of Representatives for the first time in years. The author points out that, although he also finds that a reasonably homogeneous party can overcome these tendencies, Loomis refers to the centrifugal Congress because there are a number of forces decentralizing it. The paper stresses that the forms of political institutions should serve the needs of the people they serve and should uphold and promote the values that these people want to elevate to special status.
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"Loomis discusses the changing nature of congressional politics, with the growth of lobbying as a way for special interests to reach legislators and to wield influence. Various social and economic pressures also operated to change the way policy is made and the budget is created and passed. The idea of balancing the budget is often raised, but this is rarely achieved. Even when it is, other forces may prevent a balanced budget from achieving what leaders think it will achieve."
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Literature Review Regarding Contemporary China, 2008.
A review of the literature regarding reform and thought in contemporary China.
2,964 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This paper analyzes three articles that relate to issues in contemporary China. It specifically examines "Rebuilding the Party's Normative Authority: China's Socialist Spiritual Civilization Campaign. Problems of Post-Communism" by Feng Chen, "Dilemmas of Thought Work in Fin de Siecle China" by D. C. Lynch and "Economic Reform and Ideological Decay: the Decline of Ideology, in Riding the Tiger - the Politics of Economic Reform in Post-Mao China" by Gordon White.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Reform and Ideology
Lynch on 'Thought Work'
Gordon White and Riding the Tiger
Feng Chen
Conclusion
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"When studied after Lynch's paper and White's early 1990s summary, Feng Chen's work seem on target. He shows the Party's intellectuals and ideologists inventing work for themselves according to 'human interest' topics such as crime, removing unwholesome influences, bringing on patriotic education for the young - and these do point to some sort of socialist function. Ironically, the CCP is to run the Chinese state whose shifts to capitalism bring social problems and work towards correcting the social problems created. Feng Chen's discussion is effective in the irony of the CCP being unable to make a "normative order" according to socialism when nearly all else it pursues is so geared to capitalism. (41) An alert reader too will see that none of this matters because the Chinese show in different ways that, first and foremost, they want the benefits of capitalism. It seems like the CCP can have its moralizing intellectual and ideological "role" if it wants, because the Chinese want to be employed and have buying power. Also, they see the clear failings of capitalism as pursued by an archaic Party in millions of visibly poor people and the migrant worker population that is mentioned by others as a strong defect of the present system. If a reader follows the Chinese press, he or she can begin to think like an everyday Chinese who does not expect accuracy from the state media, does expect to be given some message of what it means to be a Chinese citizen, how China will be "great" of course, and as Feng Chen added, some instruction to do as the Party suggests. (33)"
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Issues of Social Justice, 2005.
A Critical Investigation of Social Justice in Contemporary Media.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 14 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper attempts to examine the issues of social justice, as justice is one of the foundational ties of a society, driving legal systems and human interactions. One of the issues covered in this paper, is that of the media and contemporary images.
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"Contemporary images have immediate and lasting power. They construct body images, national identities, class associations, sexuality and political understandings. The power of media to formulate entire worldviews is increasingly apparent. What is not so apparent is what we, the powerless victims of media, are to do with such representations. It seems we have only three options: wholeheartedly embrace the "truth" of these constructions, counter with opposing or alternative images or critically engage contemporary media. Although there may be those of us who imagine that "ignorance is bliss," the total creative power of media is radically increasing, leaving us with no alternative but critical force. "
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Contemporary Africa Ethnic Conflict Resolution, 2008.
Analyzes ethnic conflict resolution and policy in contemporary Africa, especially Ethiopia.
15,860 words (approx. 63.4 pages), 36 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper identifies key elements in conflict and conflict resolution theories from the perspectives of ethnicity, culture, and politics in Africa and non-African countries. The author points out that Africa has been wracked time and time again by wars of all types, intensities and durations. The author then presents several ways that Africans resolve ethnic conflict and reports that, unique among African countries, the ancient Ethiopian monarchy maintained its freedom from colonial rule with the exception of the 1936-41 Italian occupation during World War II. However, Ethiopia has been wracked by a series of bloody coups, uprisings, wide-scale drought and massive refugee problems.
Table of Contents:
Theory
Key Historical and Contemporary Theorist
Conflict Theories and African Policy Issues
Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis
Social Learning Theory
Social Identity Theories
Implementation of Ethnic Conflict Management and Policy
Community Assembly: The Semai Becharaa'
Qat-Chewing Sessions
The Role of Poetry
Dia
Go-Between Mediator
Apology
Truth and Reconciliation Commissions
Public Trials
Reparations Payments
Writing a Common History
Track II Diplomacy
Literature Review
Global Ethnic Resolution, Conflict and Relevant Policy
African Ethnic Conflict and Policy
Application of Theory and Practice on Ethiopia
Ethnic Conflict Resolution and Theories within a Policy Context
Ethiopian Socioeconomic and Political Climate
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"The native inhabitants of the area were organized in agrarian-based chiefdoms like those of the Bench and Dizi people (living in the highlands) or in decentralized age-grade societies like the Toposa, Anyuak, Nyangatom and Suri (living in the lowland plains). The state presence was constituted by superior military force (soldier contingents with better arms), and by the imposition on the locals of tribute and tax requirements, and the obligation to provide corvee agricultural labor for the northern immigrants. The latter also took cattle, ivory and slaves for trade to the north."
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Contemporary Management Theories, 2006.
An examination of the effectiveness of contemporary management theories.
2,687 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 80.95
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This paper examines the many theories and processes of contemporary management theory and explains the benefits and drawbacks of implementing these theories. The paper explains two of these theories - contingency theory and systems theory - in detail. The writer discusses how all of the contemporary management theories are somehow related to another. The writer then suggests that in order to understand these differences, organizations must become a 'learning organization' and be efficient in their knowledge management. The writer further notes that there are limitations to some of these theories as they are still currently being researched, developed and revised as time passes. The writer concludes that the beauty of contemporary management theory is that it allows us to combine, experiment and find best alternatives in dealing with today's managerial problems.
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"Management has been around since the beginning of human civilization, way back to the Egyptian times. The earlier years of the last century gave birth to the first theories in approaching management, which we today classify as the classical perspective. During that time management theorists "conceptualise organisations as machines, and workers as cogs within those machines" (Davidson et al. 2006, p. 21). This view gradually evolved into behavioural perspectives theories. The behavioural theories incorporated the elements of "individual attitudes and behaviours" as well as the "group processes" (Davidson et al. 2006, p. 22). At present we now look at management at a contemporary perspective. Contemporary theories "seek to derive value for the organisation" (Davidson et al. 2006, p. 26) by trying to interpret the "today's organizational environments" through the use of past and current perspectives."
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